Alan Shatter (Dublin South, Fine Gael)

In that context, we are of course trying to ensure that, within the defence establishment, we keep within our financial envelope this year and within the restrictions that we have to operate within. There will be some further appointments made before the end of the year where currently there are gaps, but I cannot guarantee to the Deputy that all the gaps will necessarily be filled. There would be certain areas, obviously, that would be prioritised.

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